Epson PhotoPC 650 User manual

Remove any protective plastic film you may find in these areas before using your
camera:
When playing back pictures on a television or recording them on videotape, ignore
the steps beginning on page 3-11 of your manual. Instead, do the following:
1Make sure the camera and TV (and VCR)
are turned off.
2Open the camera’s card and port cover
and connect the black end of the video
cable to the Video Out port.
3Connect the yellow end of the cable to the
VIDEO IN port on the television or VCR.
4Turn on the TV (and VCR) and switch to
the correct video mode.
5Turn on the camera and set the LCD
monitor switch to PLAYBACK. The most
recent picture appears on the TV screen.
6Press the or button to move
through your pictures.
7To display or record your pictures as a
slide show, hold down either the or
button until you hear two beeps;
then release the button. The camera now
scrolls through the pictures.
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. PhotoPC is a trademark of
Epson America, Inc.
Copyright © 1999 by Epson America, Inc. CPD 9386
Long Beach, California, USA 9/99
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Notice to Windows®Users
If you are using the EPSON PhotoPC®650 TWAIN
software to delete individual photos within the camera, do
not attempt to delete locked images. Attempting to do so
may inadvertently delete other photos. We apologize for
any inconvenience this may cause.
It is recommended that you first transfer all of your
images to your computer before you delete photos, to
safeguard against accidentally deleting the wrong photo.
A new CD-ROM will be available that solves this
problem. Please contact end user technical support at
[phone] in order to receive an updated disk.
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
PhotoPC is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc.
Copyright © 1999 by Epson America, Inc. CPD 9349
Torrance, California, USA 8/99
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or
implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for
any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or
for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the
exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not
apply to you.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of Epson America, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to
the use of information contained herein. Nor is any liability assumed for
damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Further,
this publication and features described herein are subject to change without
notice.
TRADEMARKS
EPSON and EPSON Stylus are registered trademarks of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
PhotoPC is a registered trademark and EPSON FaxAdvice is a trademark of
Epson America, Inc.
EPSON SoundAdvice is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
PictureWorks and HotShots are trademarks of PictureWorks Technology, Inc.
Lexar Media is a trademark of Lexar Media.
General notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes
only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any
and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 1999 by Epson America, Inc. CPD 8855
Torrance, California, USA 7/99
A NOTE CONCERNING RESPONSIBLE USE OF
COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS
Digital cameras and scanners, like photocopiers and conventional cameras, can
be misused by improper copying of copyrighted material. While some countries’
laws permit limited copying in certain circumstances, those circumstances may
not be as broad as some people assume. EPSON encourages each user to be
responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using digital cameras and
scanners.

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Introduction
EPSON PhotoPC 650 Features 2
Optional Accessories 3
Minimum System Requirements 3
Windows Systems 3
Macintosh Systems 3
Registration 4
Safety Instructions 4
1 Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 650 1-2
Installing the CompactFlash Card 1-2
Installing Batteries 1-3
Using Batteries Safely and Efficiently 1-4
Attaching the Hand Strap 1-5
Removing the Protective Plastic 1-5
Setting the Date and Time 1-5
Formatting the USB CompactFlash Card 1-7
Installing Your PhotoPC 650 Software 1-8
Installing on a Windows PC 1-8
Installing on a Macintosh 1-8
Identifying Camera Parts 1-9
2 Taking Pictures
Getting Ready to Take Pictures 2-1
Turning the Camera On and Off 2-2
Saving Battery Power with Auto Shut-off 2-2
Using the Status Display Panel 2-2
Checking the Battery 2-3
Picture-Taking Guidelines 2-3
Taking Pictures with the Viewfinder 2-4
Taking Pictures with the LCD Monitor 2-6
Checking the Picture Counter 2-8
Setting Image Quality 2-8
Using Macro Mode to Take Close-ups 2-10
Using the Flash 2-11
Taking Pictures with the Timer 2-12
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3 Playing Back Pictures
Using Playback Mode Menus 3-2
Playing Back Pictures One-by-One 3-3
Playing Back Multiple Pictures 3-4
Playing Your Pictures as a Slide Show 3-5
Turning Off Picture Information 3-5
Erasing Pictures 3-6
Erasing the Currently Displayed Picture 3-6
Selecting Pictures to Erase 3-6
Locking Photos 3-8
Unlocking Photos 3-9
Playing Back Pictures on TV or Video 3-11
Setting the Video Standard 3-11
Playing Back Pictures 3-11
Changing Camera Settings 3-12
Setting the Date and Time 3-12
Setting the Alert Beep 3-13
Selecting Quick Review Mode 3-14
Setting the LCD Monitor Brightness 3-14
Setting the Language 3-15
4 Getting Photos Into Your Computer
Transferring Photos with the JumpShot
USB Cable 4-1
Inserting the USB CompactFlash Card
in the JumpShot USB Cable 4-2
Connecting the Jumpshot USB Cable 4-3
Installing the Windows 98 USB CompactFlash
Card and USB Cable Drivers 4-4
Transferring Pictures with Windows 98 4-5
Transferring Pictures with a Macintosh 4-7
Erasing Pictures 4-9
Transferring Pictures with the Serial Cable 4-9
Connecting the Camera to a Windows PC 4-9
Connecting the Camera to a Macintosh 4-10
Transferring Pictures Using HotShots 4-11
Getting Images Into Other TWAIN or Plug-
In Applications 4-17
Making an EPSON PhotoPC 650
Plug-In Driver Alias (Macintosh) 4-18
Opening EPSON PhotoPC 650 TWAIN
or Plug-In 4-18
Changing the Picture Transfer Speed 4-19
Selecting Pictures to Transfer 4-20
Transferring Pictures From the Camera to
Your Computer 4-20
What To Do If the Camera Doesn’t Respond 4-23

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5 Getting Your Photos Into Documents
Importing Images Into Documents 5-2
Getting Images with Copy and Paste 5-3
Using Drag and Drop From a Collection 5-3
6 Working with Photos and Collections
Opening Pictures and Collections 6-2
Opening an Individual Picture 6-2
Opening a Collection 6-2
Saving Pictures 6-3
Using Collections 6-3
Adding or Deleting Pictures in Collections 6-3
Organizing Pictures in Collections 6-4
Saving a Picture with a New Name 6-5
Adding Collection Information 6-5
Adding Picture Information 6-6
Viewing Picture Information 6-7
Searching for Pictures in a Collection 6-7
Printing a Picture or Collection 6-8
Printing an Individual Picture 6-8
Sizing and Printing Multiple Copies of an
Individual Picture 6-9
Printing a Picture with Smart Print 6-11
Printing a Collection 6-12
Using Creative Templates 6-13
Creating a Photo Page 6-13
Modifying a Photo Page 6-15
Saving a Photo Page 6-17
Printing a Photo Page 6-18
Displaying Collection Slide Shows 6-18
7 Editing Images
Making Basic Adjustments 7-2
Flipping 7-2
Rotating 7-3
Resizing 7-4
Adjusting Resolution (Windows Only) 7-5
Optimizing Pictures with Quick Fix 7-6
Optimizing Pictures with SmartPix 7-6
Enhancing Pictures with Fix By Example 7-8
Applying Special Effects 7-10
Using Enhancement Tools 7-12
Zooming 7-13
Selecting an Enhancement Area 7-13
Selecting Colors 7-15
Cropping an Image 7-16
Using Paint and Drawing Tools 7-17
Using Correction Tools 7-22
Adding Text 7-24

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8 Using CompactFlash Card Options
Removing a CompactFlash Card 8-2
Formatting an ATA-Compatible
CompactFlash Card 8-3
Transferring Pictures with a PCMCIA Adapter 8-3
9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Caring for the Camera 9-1
Cleaning the Camera 9-1
Storing the Camera 9-2
Solving Camera Problems 9-2
Solving Picture Problems 9-7
Where To Get Help 9-9
Software, CompactFlash Card, and
JumpShot USB Cable Support 9-10
A Using Optional Camera Accessories
Using the Optional AC Adapter A-2
Using an Optional Tripod A-3
Using Optional Lenses A-3
Using Wide-angle Lenses A-4
Using Telephoto Lenses A-5
Using Close-up Lenses A-6
B Specifications
Camera B-1
Physical Dimensions B-1
Safety Specifications B-1
Power Sources B-1
Environmental B-1
Technical B-2
Photographic B-3
Lexar Media JumpShot USB Cable B-4
Optional AC Adapter B-4
Physical Dimensions B-4
Technical B-4
Index

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RESAMP3.WMF REMOVED
our new EPSONPhotoPC650 is an easy-to-use,
Yhigh resolution digital camera with a built-in LCD
monitor. You can preview your pictures before and after you
capture them, so you can store only the pictures you want
before transferring them to your computer. You can even
display your pictures on a TV or videotape them.
The PhotoPC 650 captures images at 1152 ×864 pixel
resolution in 24-bit color, using a 1.09-megapixel CCD
sensor. You can store approximately 88 pictures with the
standard 8MB USB CompactFlash™card and download
pictures via your computer’s USB port (Windows®98,
iMac,
™or Power Macintosh®G3 only) or serial port
(Windows 95, 98, or PowerPC™Macintosh). The camera’s
built-in 37 mm threads let you connect optional video
camcorder lenses to capture close-up, wide-angle, and
telephoto shots.
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Your PhotoPC 650 comes complete with cables, batteries,
USB CompactFlash card, and software for transferring,
editing, organizing, and printing your pictures.
EPSON PhotoPC 650 Features
The EPSON PhotoPC 650 is a complete system for
capturing digital images, and includes the following features:
◗Resolutions up to 1152 ×864 pixels, ideal for printing
images up to 5 ×7 inches
◗8MB USB CompactFlash card that holds 30 superfine-
resolution, 47 fine-resolution, 88 standard-resolution, or
4 uncompressed JPEG images (on average)
◗24-bit color image capture
◗1.8-inch, active matrix TFT color LCD monitor for
previewing and playing back pictures
◗Power-saving Quick Review feature for previewing and
deleting pictures before the camera stores them
◗Video output for playing your pictures back on a TV or
for videotaping them
◗Macro mode for close-ups
◗Built-in threads for optional 37 mm lenses and filters
◗Built-in flash with red-eye reduction mode
◗Automatic shut-off to save battery power
◗Lexar Media™JumpShot™USB cable for transferring
photos to your USB-compatible Windows 98 PC, iMac,
or Power Macintosh G3 directly from the USB
CompactFlash card
◗Serial cable for transferring photos from your camera
to your Windows PC or PowerPC™Macintosh
◗Video cable for displaying photos on a TV or
videotaping them
Your camera comes with the following software:
◗PictureWorks™HotShots™software for transferring,
organizing, editing, and printing your pictures
◗The EPSON PhotoPC 650 TWAIN driver (Windows)
or Plug-In (Macintosh) for transferring your pictures

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Optional Accessories
EPSON offers these optional accessories for the
PhotoPC 650:
◗AC adapter for use with any electrical outlet (B867038)
◗NiMH Power Pak with four rechargeable batteries; with
a universal charger (B818172) or 110V charger
(B818051)
You can also use optional CompactFlash cards and PCMCIA
CompactFlash card adapters available from leading suppliers,
such as Lexar Media or SanDisk.
However, only USB-
enabled CompactFlash cards from Lexar Media work with
the JumpShot USB cable.
You can also attach optional 37 mm video camcorder lenses
and filters, and connect a tripod to your camera.
See Appendix A for details on using all the optional
accessories.
Minimum System Requirements
Make sure your system meets these minimum requirements.
Windows Systems
◗IBM-compatible PC with 486/66 or higher processor
(Pentiumrecommended)
◗Serial transfer: MicrosoftWindows 95, Windows 98,
or Windows NT4.0 and an available serial port;
USB transfer: Windows 98 and an available USB port
◗At least 16MB RAM (32MB recommended)
◗At least 50MB free hard disk space
◗Double-speed CD-ROM drive
◗VGA or SVGA monitor displaying thousands of colors
◗Mouse or other pointing device
Macintosh Systems
◗Macintosh with PowerPC or higher processor, iMac, or
Power Macintosh G3 (see NOTE on next page)
◗Serial transfer: System 7.6 or higher and an available
serial port; USB transfer: System 8.1 with iMac Update
1.0, or System 8.5 or higher and an available USB port

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NOTE
If your iMac is running OS 8.1, you must install iMac
Update 1.0 from Apple at http://swupdates.info.apple.com
before you install the Lexar Media JumpShot USB drivers.
Contact Apple Computer if you have questions while
installing this update.
If your iMac is running OS 8.5, you do not need to install
iMac Update 1.0. Your operating system already includes full
support for the Lexar Media JumpShot USB drivers. To find
out which operating system your iMac is running, select
About This Computer from the Apple menu.
◗At least 16MB RAM (32MB recommended)
◗At least 50MB free hard disk space
◗Double-speed CD-ROM drive
◗VGA monitor displaying thousands of colors
◗Mouse or other pointing device
Registration
Please take a minute to fill out the registration card for the
PhotoPC 650 digital camera and mail it back to us. This
enables you to receive special information on accessories,
new products, and software upgrades. You’ll get immediate
attention if you have a problem with your PhotoPC 650.
Safety Instructions
Read these instructions and all warnings and instructions
marked on your camera and batteries before using them.
◗To reduce the risk of electric shock, don’t remove the
camera’s cover or open any of the compartments except
as instructed in this User’s Guide.
◗To prevent fire or electric shock, don’t insert objects
through any openings in the camera. Don’t expose the
camera to rain or moisture.
◗To prevent fire or explosion, don’t use the camera where
inflammable or volatile gas is stored.
◗If the camera shows unusual signs such as noise, odor, or
smoke, turn it off immediately. Remove the batteries
and/or disconnect the AC adapter, and unplug the AC
adapter from the electrical outlet.
◗To avoid damage to the camera optics, don’t expose the
lens to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
◗Don’t use the camera outdoors during adverse weather
conditions.
◗Don’t store the camera near sources of bright light,
direct sunlight, high humidity, heat, excessive dirt or
dust, or where it will be exposed to strong vibrations or
magnetic fields.

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◗To prevent possible eye injury, don’t take flash pictures
of faces at close range.
◗Avoid sudden temperature changes, which can cause
moisture to condense on the camera. Keep the camera in
a case or bag if you need to move it from a cold
environment to a warm one. Allow time for the camera
and its optional accessories to adjust to temperature
changes before using them.
◗Don’t use a frayed or damaged power cord with the
AC adapter.
◗To ensure the best performance, make sure the AC
adapter is fully plugged into the camera whenever you
connect it.
◗Remove batteries and/or unplug the camera and the AC
adapter and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions: if the power cord or
plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the camera; if the
camera has been dropped or its exterior has been
damaged; if the camera or its accessories do not operate
normally or exhibit a distinct change in performance.
◗Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions.
◗Don’t attempt to service the camera yourself. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
◗If the liquid crystal solution contained in the status
display panel or in the LCD monitor leaks out and gets
on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and
water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately
with water.

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Getting Started 1-1
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serial cable
software
Mac
adapter
cable
batteries
hand strap
PhotoPC 650 camera
video cable
USB CompactFlash card
in envelope
JumpShot
USB cable
his chapter helps you get ready to use your new
TPhotoPC 650. It covers the following:
◗Unpacking your PhotoPC 650
◗Installing the USB CompactFlash card
◗Installing and using batteries
◗Attaching the hand strap
◗Removing the protective plastic
◗Setting the date and time
◗Formatting the USB CompactFlash card
◗Installing your PhotoPC 650 software
◗Identifying camera parts
Getting Started

1-2 Getting Started
Unpacking Your PhotoPC 650
Make sure you have all the parts shown on the previous page.
You won’t need the Macintosh adapter cable with a PC, or
the JumpShot USB cable, if you don’t have a Windows 98,
iMac, or Power Macintosh G3 system with compatible USB
support. However, you must install the USB CompactFlash
card to provide memory for your camera. It’s in the
envelope labelled “ATTENTION!”.
Installing the CompactFlash Card
Follow these steps to install the USB CompactFlash card:
1Before you start, make sure the camera is turned off. The
lens cover switch should be in the off position.
2Remove the USB CompactFlash card from the envelope
labelled “ATTENTION!”.
3Open the camera’s card and port cover and insert the
card all the way into the slot, as shown below. Make sure
the card’s label faces the front of the camera.
4Close the card and port cover.
EPSON
EPSON
lens cover switch
down: Off
CARD

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Installing Batteries
Before you install the four AA alkaline batteries that came
with your camera, make sure the camera is turned off (the
lens cover switch is in the off position, as shown to the left).
Then follow these steps:
1Turn the camera upside down with the front of the
camera facing you.
2Push the battery cover down and to the right. Then raise
the cover.
3Insert all four batteries into the compartment,
positioning the + and – ends as shown:
4Close the battery cover by sliding it to the left while
pressing it down until it snaps into place.
See the next page for important information about using
your batteries safely and efficiently.
+ end
– end

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Using Batteries Safely and Efficiently
When your batteries need to be replaced, the PhotoPC 650
camera can accept four AA batteries of the following types:
◗Rechargeable NiMH batteries (recommended)
◗Rechargeable NiCad batteries
◗Single-use alkaline batteries
◗Single-use lithium batteries (longer life)
WARNING
To avoid the danger of fire or explosion, do not mix different
types of batteries. Do not allow the battery contacts to touch
metal objects such as coins or keys, which could short out the
battery’s circuits. Read all safety and handling instructions before
using batteries.
EPSON offers an optional NiMH Power Pak that includes a
charger and rechargeable batteries for convenient battery
replacement whenever you need them. When you’re
transferring pictures to your computer with the serial cable,
you’ll use more battery power, so it’s best to power your
camera with the optional AC adapter. See page A-2 for
details on EPSON’s optional power accessories.
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To save battery power, use the camera’s View mode sparingly.
You can still view pictures before saving them with the Quick
Review feature; see Chapter 2 for details.
Note the following as you use batteries:
◗Don’t use manganese batteries.
◗Replace all four batteries at the same time. Don’t mix
old and new batteries.
◗Don’t drop, puncture, disassemble, or mutilate batteries.
Don’t get them wet or expose them to fire.
◗When the camera isn’t used for long periods of time,
remove the batteries and store them at a low temperature
in a dry location. Store away from the reach of children.
◗To avoid fire or electric shock, don’t use batteries that
are leaking or damaged in any way.
◗If battery acid gets in your eyes or on your skin,
immediately rinse the area with water and seek medical
treatment. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical
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◗Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with all
applicable laws. Contact your local government agency
for information about battery recycling and disposal.
◗Battery life varies depending on the battery type, the
manufacturer, and other factors.
◗Avoid using your camera in low temperatures, especially
below 50 °F (10 °C); this drains your batteries faster.
Attaching the Hand Strap
To attach the hand strap, slide the loop through the holder
on the camera, then pull the strap through the loop.
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Removing the Protective Plastic
You may need to peel off protective plastic sheets from your
camera’s back panel, the status display panel at the top of the
camera, and the viewfinder area on the front of the camera.
Setting the Date and Time
Before you use the camera, you need to set its clock. Then
the camera will automatically record the date and time for
each picture you take. You’ll need to set the clock again
whenever you install new batteries.
Follow these steps to set the camera’s clock:
1Slide the lens cover switch up to the ON position to
open the lens cover and turn on the camera.
EPSON
EPSON
lens cover switch
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NOTE
If you hear rapid beeps and see an error on the status display
panel on the top of the camera when you first turn it on, you
may not have installed the USB CompactFlash card or may
have installed it incorrectly. Follow the steps on page 1-2 to
install the card and try again. If you still get an error, see
Chapter 9 for troubleshooting information.
2On the back of the camera, slide the monitor switch to
PLAYBACK. You see a message asking you to set the
clock.
3Press the SELECT button. You see the clock setting
display in the LCD monitor, with the month setting
highlighted in white:
4If necessary, press the button to increase the
number or the button to decrease the number,
until the month is correct.
5Press the SELECT button. The month setting is saved
and the day setting is highlighted.
6Adjust the day, year, hour, and minute settings as
described above until the date and time are correctly
adjusted and saved.
After you finish setting the clock and press the SELECT
button, your monitor returns to playback mode.
7Slide the monitor switch to the OFF position.
monitor
switch
SELECT
button
Clock Setting
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